Job Description
Senior Accounts Assistant to manage the day-to-day financial transactions, support month-end closing, and assist Group Financial Controller and FD with reporting.
Key Responsibilities
- Transactional Processing: Handle purchase and sales ledgers, process invoices, manage expense claims, and run payment runs.
- Payroll – Support payroll and HR staff and provide cover
- Reconciliations: Perform regular bank, credit card, and control account reconciliations.
- Month-End Support: Assist with journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and trial balance preparations.
- Reporting & Compliance: Help prepare quarterly VAT returns and compile data for annual statutory audits.
- Query Resolution: Act as a main point of contact for internal and external supplier or customer account queries.
- Intercompany recharges – calculate and raise recharge invoices
- Managing and Mentoring – Manage a small finance and admin team
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Experience: 2 to 5 years of practical experience in an accounts or finance environment plus experience of setting, supporting and reviewing objectives.
- Qualifications: Part-qualified AAT Level 4.
- Software Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables) and accounting software (e.g., Xero, Sage 200, Sage 50 payroll).
- Soft Skills: High attention to detail, strong communication abilities, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Senior Accounts Assistant in Manchester employer: Jobbydoo
Sanctuary Care is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where every team member can thrive. As a Lifestyle and Wellbeing Coordinator at Highcroft Hall Residential Care Home in the West Midlands, you'll benefit from a supportive culture that prioritises employee growth and wellbeing, alongside competitive rewards such as health support and generous leave. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents while being part of an award-winning team that values your contributions.
